Reformed Church in Zambia
The Reformed Church in Zambia is a faith-based organization whose mandate is to meet human needs holistically in her quest to faithfully serve God. The Church is presently implementing a Church in Community (CnC) project which is aimed at improving the Economic well-being of the Church and the community through faith and actions.
This project is being implemented with the major aim of having “A Transformed Church Serving a Transformed Community.”
The Reformed Church in Zambia – Church in Community, therefore, is looking for an Accounts Assistant to be based in Chipata who will be reporting to the coordinator.
Below are the duties and responsibilities.
Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare receipts for all cash received and follow-up on all overdue unpaid invoices.
- Prepare payments, which include, payment vouchers, cheques, make online payments and ensure that they are done on time.
- Ensure that all retirements are collected from relevant staff and filed accordingly.
- To ensure that all accounts records are properly filed and secured.
- Ensure that all records are filed in clearly labelled box files.
- Perform all banking transactions.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
- Assist in budget preparation.
- Prepare and reconcile petty cash.
- Ensure that all organizational assets are secured and clearly labelled.
- Assist in the management of RCZ CnC assets.
- Assist in the preparation of financial and management reports.
- Work with supervisors in processing fund requests and ensure that they are approved by relevant officials.
- Prepare documents for audit and work with auditors to ensure a smooth audit.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma in Accountancy (A degree in any related field will be an added advantage).
- Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, accounting software and Internet).
- Three (3) years of progressive working experience in accounts.
- Previous experience in donor funded programs or governmental institution.
- Experience in managing a multi-disciplinary team, strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
- Team management.
- Decision making skills and ability to work under minimum supervision.
Interested persons should submit their applications indicating their current and expected salary, updated CV, certificates and testimonials, names and reachable telephone numbers of two professional referees.
Only applications received by email will be accepted. Send applications through email to: [email protected] not later than 5th May 2025.